Senior Advisor, People

Senior Advisor, People & Culture Development Victoria is a government agency that delivers places that make a genuine difference for the people of Victoria. We reimagine iconic places to transform them for future generations, unlock public land to develop connected and sustainable precincts, and build affordable and diverse homes where they’re needed. Job Type: Full-time, ongoingLocation: Melbourne, VictoriaCategory: HR & Recruitment Job Description As Senior Advisor, People & Culture, you will provide high-level advice, coaching and operational support across a range of HR disciplines. You will partner with business leaders and the People & Culture team to deliver expert guidance on workplace relations, policy development, and organisational initiatives. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to recruitment, data reporting, and other projects during peak periods, making it a dynamic and varied position. Support organisation-wide initiatives including performance and remuneration reviews and change management. Manage complex workplace relations matters, including investigations and Fair Work processes. Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement of HR practices. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality people services and support recruitment during peak periods. Core Accountabilities Provide expert HR advice on employment legislation, policy interpretation, and people-related matters. Support organisation-wide initiatives including performance and remuneration reviews and change management. Manage complex workplace relations matters, including investigations and Fair Work processes. Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement of HR practices. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality people services and support recruitment during peak periods. Desired Skills and Experience 5+ years' experience in a generalist HR role. Proven ability to manage complex employee relations matters. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities. Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or a related field (highly desirable). Employee Benefits Strong collaboration and support for flexible and remote working. Professional development opportunities, including study support, mentoring programs, and participation in cross‑functional working groups that drive diversity, inclusion and sustainability initiatives. Novated leasing. Purchase leave. Paid parental leave. Technology salary sacrifice. Employee referral bonuses. Health & Wellbeing initiatives such as an EAP and mental-health leave. Access to group life and group salary continuity insurance. Modern onsite facilities. Application Process Please apply via our careers page linked to this advertisement; applications will not be accepted via email. The preferred candidate will be required to complete a national police record check prior to an offer of employment being made. We work flexibly and value diversity, and we invite you to talk to us about any preferences or adjustments you may require for our recruitment process or the role itself. If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support to your application. Application Deadline: 14 December 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered. For more information about this role, contact Recruitment Enquiries at We respectfully request no agency approaches. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes sent to anyone here in our business. #J-18808-Ljbffr